Advisor

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. We are driven by a vision of a better world: A world where across every society all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably. To make this vision a reality, we need transformations in vital agri-food, energy, and water systems. SNV contributes by strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships in these sectors. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

Building on 60 years of experience we support our partners with our technical and process expertise and methodological rigour. We do this in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia with a team of approximately 1,600 colleagues. By being adaptable and tailoring our approaches to these different contexts, we can contribute to impact at scale, resulting in more equitable lives for all.

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Context and purpose of the job

The Innovations Against Poverty (IAP) program, funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) and implemented by SNV, supports innovative, inclusive business models that engage and benefit low-income populations in Cambodia, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Zambia. This program operates a challenge fund to identify and support promising innovations that contribute to poverty reduction and inclusive development in these countries.

SNV Ethiopia is seeking to recruit an Advisor for the IAP program, to support project implementation in Ethiopia. This role involves supporting the recently contracted new round of grantees and previously selected IAP business as they grow and scale their business. The Advisor is expected to deliver technical insights and advisory services to ensure successful project interventions, including work around gender and social inclusion of inclusive businesses. This includes providing input to Project Managers and project partners to meet objectives, identifying opportunities for improvement, and ensuring quality delivery.

Main Responsibilities:

• Act as a technical expert for Project Managers, sharing knowledge and understanding stakeholders to enable project implementation.
• Support the delivery of non-financial support services to Ethiopian grantees contracted by IAP.
• Coordinate data collection with investees and stakeholders per the project Monitoring Learning and Evaluation (MLE) framework.
• Participate in field activities to monitor and verify progress of Ethiopian grantees.
• Organize training workshops for investees on MLE, reporting processes, investment matchmaking, and marketing.
• Document practical experiences from working with Ethiopian grantees, investors, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to developing and disseminating project knowledge products.
• Ensure lessons learned are shared and applied in daily practice and participate in knowledge development/expertise groups and networks.
• Assist in fund management, tracking milestone report deadlines, disbursement timelines, and reviewing milestone report submissions.
• Support in-field verification of milestone progress and reimbursement claims.
• Contribute to the production of semi-annual and annual reports, plans, budgets, and audits.
• Assist the project manager in ensuring all supporting documents are in place and filed according to SNV’s system.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, represent SNV, and identify opportunities for business development.
• Identify and propose technical process improvements and give feedback on local organizational processes.

Additional related tasks as from time to time directed by Line Manager

Qualifications and competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business management, development economics, agri-business development, or related field.
• Proven work experience of four to five  years, including two years of private sector engagement.
• Experience with project monitoring and evaluation.
• Understanding of inclusive business concepts is an added advantage.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent team player with cross-cultural skills.
• High degree of initiative, flexibility, reliability, discretion, and willingness to learn.
• Strong facilitation skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient in MS applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Internet).
• Interest in private sector development and combating poverty and inequality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of SAP by Design and SharePoint is an added advantage

Contract Type: National

Expected start date:  October 1st, 2024.

Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Contract Duration: Two years with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability.

How to Apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on the 9th of August 2024. Please submit your application only via: Smart Recruiters/I’m interested. All information will be in the strictest confidence.

If we see that your experience and skills match the requirements of the position, we will contact you to advise you of the next steps in the recruitment process.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Working at SNV  

SNV offers a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to, an internal and global network of experts.

Vetting

SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for International determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct“. This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.